Join us at Called to Lead to learn how to organize, market, conduct, and continue a thriving Bible study program in your parish.

Get Ready for two full days of training, instruction, and the chance to network with Bible Study instructors and enthusiasts! Each day will begin with Mass at 7:30 am, followed by Bible Study talks (covering the topics listed below), which will end at 5:20 pm. A social hour and dinner will be offered on Friday evening beginning at 6:30 pm. Here you will enjoy a light-hearted evening with the hosts, speakers, and Ascension Press team.

Click here to see a list of scheduled speakers and talks.

Called To Lead Covers a Number of Topics Including:

LEARN BIBLE STUDY BASICS

  • Catholic Guidelines for Bible Study
  • Scripture In the Life of the Church
  • Cutting Edge Materials and Resources
  • Group Facilitating Techniques

DISCOVER THE STORY THROUGH THE GREAT ADVENTURE

  • Introduction to The Great Adventure
  • Importance of the Narrative Approach
  • Find Your Story in His Story
  • Unlock the Key to World History

TAKE YOUR BIBLE STUDY TO THE NEXT LEVEL

  • Live Demonstration on How to Study the Bible
  • Problem Solving Workshop
  • Organizational Tips for a Large Group Study
  • Market Your Bible Study Effectively

ENRICH YOUR PERSONAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE BIBLE

  • Pray the Scriptures with Lectio Divina
  • Understand the Prophets
  • Discover the Apostle Paul and His Message to You Today
  • Read Revelation in Light of the Story
The specific tracks based on the topics listed above will be posted very soon. You will have the chance to follow one track of talks throughout the entire day, or you may attend talks from different tracks. For Saturday Afternoon, you will need to pre-register for one of three trainings being offered: The Bible Timeline, Adventures in Matthew, Adventures in Acts.

Conference Highlights:

  • Talk to experts one-on-one
  • Have your questions answered in a lively panel discussion
  • Receive materials to start your own Great Adventure study
  • Enjoy a night of fellowship and dining with other Bible study leaders and our speakers

A detailed downloadable topic-overview form with the available tracks and times will be available soon.